Radiology Tech

Spectrum Healthcare Resources•Knoxville, TN

76d•Onsite

About The Position

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an opportunity for a civilian Radiographic Technologist (CT Tech) at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. This contract position offers a full-time opportunity with an emphasis on work-life balance. The role involves performing all aspects of radiation therapy delivery and assisting in administrative functions within the Radiation Oncology Clinic, as needed. The technologist will be accountable to the Chief of Radiation Oncology.

Requirements

Graduate from a Joint Review committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited radiation therapist training program.
Current certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of radiation therapy delivery and assist in administrative functions within the Radiation Oncology Clinic, as needed.
Receive patients, explain treatment procedures, position patients, obtain patient contours, and confer with the Radiation Oncologist and Dosimetrist regarding the volumes to be treated.
Simulate treatment, mark patient’s skin, and prepare specialized, tailor-made accessories; such as bolus, blocks, immobilization devices, and compensating filters.
Oversee treatment and evaluate overall daily treatment operations.
Ensure the correct position and alignment of fields, as simulated, and that all treatments are delivered as prescribed by Radiation Oncologist.
Perform computerized tomography (CT) simulation for all patients.
Check operating parameters of radiation therapy simulators, treatment system, and linear accelerators to ensure compatibility of simulation setup and treatment machine setup.
Ensure all simulation documentation is properly completed and filed.
Assist Dosimetrist during patient setup to record radiation therapy treatment parameters in treatment charts.